Prepare for your up-close meeting with terror’s spawn whenSeed of Chuckyarrives on 4K UHD and Blu-ray in a special collector’s edition on July 27. Ascampyas they come, the release ofDon Mancini’s star-studded 2004 title will come with an exclusive poster featuring the original theatrical artwork – a perfect addition to your horror collection. As of right now, no special features have been disclosed but they’re expected to be rolled out at a later date.
Like its predecessor,Bride of Chucky,Seed of Chuckycontinued to push the franchise beyond the realm of horror, blending a comedic edge with the gruesome murders committed by the titular doll and hisgirlfriend. Picking up 6 years following the events ofBride of Chucky, the film introduces audiences to Glen (Billy Boyd), the child of Chucky (Brad Dourif) and Tiffany Valentine (Jennifer Tilly). After having horrific nightmares, Glen travels to Hollywood where they resurrect their parents, unknowingly setting off a chain of brutal events.
While Tilly and Dourif returned for theiriconic roles, the film also saw notable performances from the legendaryJohn Waters, rapperRedman, andS Club 7memberHannah Spearritt. Although the first handful of films from theChild’s Playfranchise were strictly horror, the tone began to shift withBride of ChuckyandSeed of Chuckywith Mancini playing up the ridiculousness of his crass slasher. However, the filmmaker would eventually shift back to that dark edge for his next films,Curse of ChuckyandCult of Chucky, both of which introduced new characters into the mayhem.
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What’s Next forChucky?
As for the world beyond the big screen, Mancini was able to give his tiny terror a series adaptation when USA Network and SYFY picked upChucky. Now heading into its third season, the show introduced even more fresh blood while catching audiences up with the goings-on of legacy characters like Andy Barclay (Alex Vincent) and Kyle (Christine Elise). The show’s hitsecond seasontook place in a Catholic school with amultitude of Good Guy Dollswreaking havoc on the group of teens played byZackary Arthur,Alyvia Alyn Lind, andBjörgvin Arnarson.
While audiences await the next chapter in Chucky’s story via the show’sthird season, they can catch the behind-the-scenes tale of the franchise inLiving with Chucky. Directed byKyra Elise Gardner, the daughter of special effects artist and puppeteerTony Gardner, the documentary does a deep dive into theChild’s Playuniverse, focusing on the team that hasbecome a familyover the last several decades.
Check out a trailer forSeed of Chuckybelow and add the 4K UHD collector’s edition to your collection when it arrives on July 27.
